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Dataran Merdeka

It was here the Union Flag was lowered and the Malayan flag hoisted on the 95m flag pole - among the tallest in the world - at midnight on August 31, 1957 as Malaya declared independence from the British rule. Since then, the historical landmark, also known as the Independence Square has been the usual venue for the annual Independence Day celebration and parade.

Dataran Merdeka is also made up of a field that was once the Selangor Club cricket pitch. Directly in front is the Royal Selangor Club, while St Mary's Church, one of Malaysia’s oldest Anglican churches is located at the North of it.